Perplexed October 27, 2014 for Model Number ED226WXFN01 My Whirlpool side by side slowly stopped freezing and cooling. It would start and shut down periodically. When it would shut down it would re-start and begin cooling when turned on and off again. Now, it has stopped cooling. Could replacing the compressor start device solve the problem? Thanks.
1 Answer Perplexed, Yes, replacing the compressor start device 8201799 is a good place to start. It sounds like that component is the most likely issue, it was weak and causing the refrigerator to work intermittently, now it has failed completely. When you service the compressor, make sure you label the wires as you remove them, and follow the instructions that come with the start device kit. Read More...
Charles T October 07, 2014 for Model Number LMX25981ST I have been told that the relay and overload in this kit is compatible with the compressor on my LG LMX25981ST, which uses an older version ptc assembly that is no longer available. The old component is a single box containing the relay that the overload plugs into, as well as a rectangular capacitor with two male prongs. This assembly (Embraco 513604044) then goes onto the compressor. I understand how to fit the new components onto the compressor, but am not sure how to wire it. Instructions refer to red and white wires, my harness has blue and black wires. The blue attaches to a prong labeled "N" and the black to one labeled "L". Also, instructions refer to a wired capacitor whereas mine has just two male prongs. Do I attach the black wire should go to the overload, and the blue to the relay? Can I leave the capacitor out? On the old relay it appears to be placed in series between the harness and the relay.
Harry June 23, 2014 for Model Number ER8GHKXMS00 Long story short. Fridge was clicking the other day and later in the day found that the fridge was hot on both top and bottom. Was able to get the cover off the compressor and disconnected the Relay. Shook it and it rattled like crazy. Replaced the relay this evening and the freezer is working fine. The fridge is lagging behind but is cooling okay. I did notice that the compressor is hotter than all get out. You can only put your hand on it for about 7-10 seconds due to the extreme heat. Is this okay or is there something else that could be failing?
1 Answer Hello Harry. Yes, It is normal for the compressor to get very hot to the touch. This is the process of removing the heat from the unit. Read More...
Jen November 22, 2013 for Model Number Whirlpool ED25DQXDW05 I am trying to figure out what part I need to replace. Neither side of the fridge is cooling so took off the back and I noticed that the white wire that goes into the relay was just hanging,it looks as if it hardened at the terminal and broke off. The red wire that goes to the overlay looks fine.Would the white wire be the reason the compressor doesn't come on? The relay isn't rattling or anything it just seems to be that white wire. Would I need to order the entire condenser fan motor assembly just to get the wire harness? Or would me replacing that not help the compressor? Thanks
1 Answer Jen, The power cord with harness is what you would need to replace part number [AP298860] but has been discontinued with no replacement. You can splice a piece of wire to from the old harness to the relay. Read More...
Carlos November 22, 2013 How is the connection made in a 3 pins PTC. Which conector goes to n° 1, to n°2 and to n°3. My refrigerator is a side by side and has a capacitor.
1 Answer Carlos, In most cases the leads from the capacitor will go on the number 1 terminal and the number 3 right above the 4. The neutral will connect to the 2 terminal and the L1 would connect to the overload. We would need to have the model number to properly determine this by looking at a wiring diagram. Please post your model number with a new question on the parts page. http://www.appliancepartspros.com/modelnumber_locator.aspx Read More...
Consonar October 29, 2013 for Model Number ED25RFXFW01 Have Whirlpool ED25RFXFW01 side by side refrigerator/Freezer. Have read other posts. Symptoms are no cooling and clicking sound every Couple mins like comp trying to kick on but doesn't. Compressor hot. Probably Comp Start Device AP3083556 or AP3873993? Buy and try policy let's me get one to see if it works? Thanks Steve
1 Answer Hello Steve. Yes, it does sound like your on the right track and if the part does not fix the unit, you can return it. Thanks. Read More...
Kip October 11, 2013 for Model Number ED25PEXHW01 My Whirlpool refrigerator doesn't cool. Purchased relay kit 8201799 to replace the relay and overload. The old relay has 3 male connectors and 3 wires (one red and two blue ones (capacitor?)) go to it. The new relay included in the new kit has only two connectors (positions 2 & 3) and there is no connector in position 1. I am searching internet to find the right relay but no success. Could you please help me find where I can buy one?
1 Answer Kip, The white on wire would go to the relay. The red would go to the overload. There should be 1 blue wire from one side of the cap and the other wire from the cap should be white. The white should be 2 white to 1 connector. The overload goes to the bottom with the red connected to it. The relay will go to the top 2 pins and the double white will go to the left side and the blue to the right side. It is possible for you to eliminate the capacitor if it cannot be connected. Read More...
Cathy August 15, 2013 for Model Number KFCS22EVBL Is this the device responsible for the high peak/surge watts when the compressor kicks in? Could you please provide the amperage and voltage for me? Can't find it anywhere online. Thanks!
1 Answer Hello Cathy, The start relay is the part that makes both windings in the compressor energize at startup and disengages the start winding when the compressor has started. The specifications should be on the units' tech sheet. I'm sorry but the specifications relating to wattage are not listed in our library but are normally related to the compressor specifications since the compressor is the component that draws the amperage and consumes the wattage. Read More...
Sharee June 21, 2013 for Model Number 106.50793000 Refrigerator stopped working. Compressor not coming on as well as the condensor fan. Replaced the overload relay which did rattle when removed and basically was shattered inside and plugged it in. The compressor didn't come on and the fan didn't come on as well. Everything inside works lights, fan etc.... If the fan moter is out would that keep the compressor from coming on as well? Thanks!
1 Answer Sharee, The condenser fan motor not running would not cause the compressor not to run. The fan motor could cause the relay to blow if the compressor was running with the fan not going. You should look at the freezer thermostat from red to a known neutral for 120 vac to see if it is sending power to the compressor and subsequently the condenser fan motor. The most likely cause will be a bad freezer control or defrost control board or broken wiring Read More...
L Wilson May 31, 2013 for Model Number ED20TQXFW01 Whirlpool Refrigerator not cooling. Making clicking sound every few minutes. What part do I need?
1 Answer L Wilson, In most cases when the unit is clicking and not cooling then it is the start relay 8201799 on the compressor that has failed. You do need to check to make sure that the condenser fan is running and if not check to make sure that there is power getting to it and if so replace the condenser fan motor. Read More...